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[[Coloured image of the new London Bridge with balloon in sky and many boats in the foreground with passengers and flag decorations]] THE NEW LONDON BRIDGE, as it appeared when opened, in presence of THEIR MAJESTIES, on the 1st. of August, 1831. First Stone laid 15th June, 1825. Five Arches ; Central Arch 152 feet in Span ; 29 feet 6 in. high. Published by R.H.Laurie No.53, Fleet Street. London. Arches on each side of the central one,140ft.in Span, 27ft.6in.high:the others,130ft.in Span, and 24ft.high.